Hood's Sedge typically starts flowering in May.
Hood's Sedge
Carex hoodii
Hood's Sedge (Carex hoodii) is a perennial plant found in moist meadows and clearings in the western United States. It's a medium-sized sedge, with long, narrow leaves that grow in tight clumps. The leaves have pale, light green coloring that darken to a deep green when mature. Its dainty flowers are yellow-green and feathery, growing on slender, thin stalks. This plant is easy to care for and can adapt to many different soil types, making it perfect for a variety of gardens. It’s highly tolerant of water and can help fight waterlogging in wet soils. Hood's Sedge is a great addition to any garden, providing elegant foliage and flowers that will give it a touch of charm.
Watering:
Minimal
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Green/Brown Flowers
Sun:
Sun, Partial Shade
Soil:
Sand, Loam
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Hood's Sedge should be watered weekly with approximately 1/4" – 1/2" of water. This should be done in the early morning hours between 6-8am so the plant has time to absorb the water before the hot afternoon. It is also beneficial to water the plant near the roots as opposed to on the leaves as this helps to ensure that the water is penetrating the soil and providing moisture to the plant. During warmer months, it may be necessary to water the plant more often, however, overwatering should be avoided as it can lead to root rot.
sunlight
Hood's Sedge (Carex hoodii) thrives in full sun to part shade. In the wild, this species are found in Northern California, Oregon, and Washington where it has adapted to a wide range of sunlight conditions. In your garden, however, provide 5 to 8 hours of direct sun each day for best growth. Too much shade and the plant may become leggy or fail to thrive.
pruning
Hood's Sedge should be pruned once per year, usually in early spring before fresh growth begins. Pruning should begin by removing any dead or diseased stems. Once these have been removed, shape the Sedge by trimming the remaining stems back by 1/3 to 1/2 their height. This will encourage fuller growth and prevent overcrowding. Harsh pruning should be avoided as Hood's Sedge does not require extensive pruning. If necessary, some light shaping and thinning can be done throughout the growing season as needed.
Season
Fall
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Starts Flowering
